2008 Fiat Punto vs. 1985 Mazda 121
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Punto (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 121. (55 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Punto weights approximately 310 kg more than 1985 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Punto (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 121. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 1985 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Punto | 121 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |
